The Embedded Edge Compute Module builds on Rockwell Automation’s recent history of enabling PC or compute functionality with the power of Logix. Particularly, this Edge solution provides key scalability and remote support functions to today’s workforce.

At first release, the Embedded Edge Compute enables FactoryTalk® Optix™ software and provides a communication path to REST API, OPC UA and MQTT to meet the needs of a variety of applications.

Process Data Locally, Remotely

Embedded Edge Compute Modules are one of the solutions in the new FactoryTalk Optix portfolio of Rockwell Automation. Moreover, the FactoryTalk Optix portfolio allows users to choose their own technology mix.

For the first time, Rockwell Automation customers can use visualization software to design HMI applications that can natively work with both Rockwell Automation and third-party controllers.  At the same time, it can display a choice of hardware from either Rockwell Automation or a third party.

Moreover, users can connect to a variety of third-party software, devices, or systems using software designed for interoperability and full OPC UA support. Users also only pay for the features they need with runtime licensing that is based on the capabilities in their application.

By incorporating edge computing capabilities with data analysis software, critical data processing can happen at the desired speed. Thus, improving access performance and responsiveness. Furthermore, it has the ability to host FactoryTalk® Optix™ and FactoryTalk® Remote Access™. Thus, the Embedded Edge Compute Module provides a packaged solution for customers to process visual data locally and remotely.

Core Solutions

The Embedded Edge Compute Module is one of the five core solutions of of the FactoryTalk Optix portfolio. Below discusses the four other solutions.

The FactoryTalk Optix software is an HMI visualization platform that users can access from their browser or download to their computer. It delivers flexibility, scalability, and interoperability. It also enables users to design and deploy an HMI that meets their needs. Moreover, this new platform includes features such as multi-user collaboration, web-based design and test, and integrated version control.

On the other hand, the OptixPanel graphic terminals come pre-loaded with FactoryTalk Optix and FactoryTalk Remote Access software licenses. Thus, the device is an all-in-one solution that’s ready to run at first power-up. The pre-installed, closed OS reduces risk in implementation and maintenance.

Next, the FactoryTalk Remote Access provides secure remote connectivity, so users can view, assist, manage and troubleshoot from anywhere in the world. This allows teams to respond to needs faster and rapidly resolve production issues. Meanwhile, FactoryTalk Remote Access quickly connects domain experts to critical issues. No matter the physical location of either, increasing responsiveness and reducing the costs associated with travel and asset downtime.

Finally, the ASEM 6300 Industrial PCs, which are available in box and panel form and allow for greater customization. Moreover, it can seamlessly deploy HMI solutions to the ASEM 6300 device that best fits customer needs.